What does the cryptic crossword clue "Experienced editor supporting main issue (8)" mean?

The definition is "Experienced". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SEA (synonym="main") + SON (synonym="issue") + ED (synonym="editor") = SEASONED; definition: "Experienced" The answer is SEASONED.

Experienced editor supporting main issue (8)

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